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For kids & teens

Celebrate the Holidays with Queens Public Library

These are just some of our wonderful holiday programs!
Visit the QPL Calendar to see a complete list.

Holiday 3D Designing (IN-PERSON)

Join us to learn how to use software to create and print 3D designs! No registration is required.

Tuesday, December 5
3pm
Cambria Heights
218-13 Linden Boulevard

Family Holiday Crafts (IN-PERSON)

Come join us for a family afternoon of holiday arts and crafts!

Tuesday, December 5
3:30pm
East Flushing
196-36 Northern Boulevard

Hanukkah: Watercolor Dreidels (IN-PERSON)

Join us in using watercolor to paint dreidels!

Thursday, December 7
4:30pm
Richmond Hill
118-14 Hillside Avenue

Craft Corner: Hanukkah Light (IN-PERSON)

Hanukkah, which means “dedication,” commemorates the miracle of light that occurred when Judah rededicated the Temple. Please join us as we create our own jars of light in honor of this miracle.

Friday, December 8
2pm
Far Rockaway
1003 Beach 20th Street

Shrinky Dink Ornaments (IN-PERSON)

Join us at the Woodside Library to create DIY ornaments. With the use of Shrinky Dink plastic, markers and colored pencils you can create your own ornament to celebrate the holiday season!

Friday, December 8
3:30pm
Woodside
54-22 Skillman Avenue

Celebrate The Christmas Season: Make A Paper Christmas Tree With Paula Yepes (IN-PERSON)
Celebra la temporada navideña: haz un árbol de Navidad de papel con Paula Yepes

English: Have fun with teaching artist Paula Yepes, who will show you how to make a fun paper Christmas tree that you can use for a holiday decoration. We will provide all materials, but supplies are limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Spanish: Diviértete con la talentosa artista Paula Yepes, quien te enseñará cómo hacer un bonito árbol de Navidad de papel que puedes usar como decoración navideña.
Proporcionaremos todos los suministros, pero los suministros son limitados y se proporcionarán por orden de llegada.

Saturday, December 9
2:30pm
Briarwood
85-12 Main Street

End Of The Year Children’s Concert With Opus Ethica (Celebrating Christmas) (IN-PERSON)

Join us for a special concert performed by the children of Opus Ethica. The concert will feature a variety of Christmas-related songs to delight audiences of all ages. This is a great opportunity to support the talented children of our community and to enjoy an afternoon of beautiful music in the spirit of Christmas.

Saturday, December 9
3pm
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard, Corona

Lights Of Freedom: A Chanukah Performance By The Chutzpah Caravan Ensemble (IN-PERSON)

Experience the spirit of Chanukah through storytelling and authentic music from the Chutzpah Caravan Ensemble as they take us on a musical journey from the mountains of Haifa to the mountains of Jerusalem! Enjoy music that has elevated people from ancient times to the modern day in their struggle for freedom.

Sunday, December 10
2pm
Kew Gardens Hills
72-33 Vleigh Place, Flushing

3doodler: Ornaments (IN-PERSON)

Come and join us for a holiday-inspired tech program to create ornaments with a 3D printing pen! No registration is required.

Tuesday, December 12
3pm
Cambria Heights
218-13 Linden Boulevard

Chanukah Story Time And Craft! (IN-PERSON)

Join us as we hear stories about Chanukah and make crafts based on the holiday!

Tuesday, December 12
4pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue

Kwanzaa: DIY Mkeka Mat (IN-PERSON)

The Mkeka is a handwoven mat that represents the foundation of which all else rests upon, including the kinara, the unity crop and the harvest. Join us in creating them - all materials provided! Registration required online or by calling Rochdale Village Library. Space is limited.

Wednesday, December 13
4pm
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica

Holiday Craft (IN-PERSON)

Make a special holiday craft with your child. This program is most appropriate for ages 6-10. Younger children must be with a caregiver.

Friday, December 15
2:45pm
North Hills
57-04 Marathon Parkway, Little Neck

Holiday One Minute Challenge! (IN-PERSON)

Children ages 5-12 can join Ms. Taryn for several holiday-inspired Minute to Win It challenges. Kids will play in teams and try to race the clock to win! Registration is required.

Friday, December 15
4pm
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue

Candy Kane Karaoke (IN-PERSON) 

Are you looking for a way to get into the Holiday spirit? Are you contemplating new ways to make your family smile? Are you an aspiring singer, looking to break out in 2024? Well, come spread holiday cheer at the Candy Kane Karaoke celebration at Douglaston Library!

Wednesday, December 20
3:30pm
Douglaston/Little Neck
249-01 Northern Boulevard

Holiday Celebration Party (IN-PERSON)

It’s Party Time! Celebrate the Winter Holidays with friends at Arverne Library, with craft stations for all ages, an activity bag to take home, and a toy giveaway while supplies last. See you there!

Wednesday, December 20
3pm
Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street

Holiday Marvel Quiz Time! (IN-PERSON)

Hey kids - happy holiday season! If you’re a Marvel fan, you can try and beat our Marvel Quiz! Try your luck! No registration is required.

Wednesday, December 20
4pm
North Forest Park
98-27 Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills

Kwanzaa: DIY Kikombe Cha Umoja (IN-PERSON)

The Kikombe Cha Umoja, or Unity Cup, is one of the foundational symbols of Kwanzaa that represents the unity of the family and the community. Join us in creating them - all materials provided! Registration required online or by calling Rochdale Village Library. Space is limited.

Wednesday, December 20
4pm
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica

Our Holiday Pajama Storytime! (IN-PERSON)

Join us dressed in your coziest pajamas for holiday songs & stories! Best for children of all ages and the young at heart!

Wednesday, December 20
11am
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica

Holiday Carnival (IN-PERSON)

Kids will participate in holiday-themed games and raffles with a chance to win prizes!

Thursday, December 21
4pm
East Flushing
196-36 Northern Boulevard

Our “Noon Year’s Eve” Storytime! (IN-PERSON)

Children and their caregivers are invited to celebrate the New Year with stories, songs and a countdown to noon! Ideal for newborns up to age 3.

Wednesday, December 27
11am
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica

Kwanzaa Celebration With The Friends Of Rosedale (IN-PERSON)

Join the Friends of Rosedale for a special Kwanzaa storytime. Copies of “Kevin’s Kwanzaa” by Lisa Bullard will be given away while supplies last. This event is sponsored by NYC Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers.

Thursday, December 28
3:30pm
Rosedale
144-20 243 Street

New Year’s Day Fireworks Craft (IN-PERSON)

Bring in the New Year with colorful crafts that will bring out your child’s creativity!

Tuesday, January 2
3pm
Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street

Annual Kwanzaa Celebrations

Hosted by Langston Hughes Library and Cultural Center

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